The award is presented in memory of Clemson’s longtime sports information director whose positive attitude inspired all who knew him as he battled cancer. The distinction goes to an ACC player, coach or administrator in men’s or women’s basketball who has overcome significant hardship to contribute to his or her team.

Last May, Moxley suffered from a case of what doctors later diagnosed as diabetic ketoacidosis, a condition in which the body runs out of insulin and burns fatty acids instead. After he passed out, his wife called 911 and Moxley was taken by ambulance to the hospital. While on the way to the hospital, Moxley went into cardiac arrest and suffered three small strokes.

Moxley was able to recover and was back at his job within months.

Now in his fifth year on coach Mark Gottfried’s staff Moxley will be take on a new role at the end of this season. Rather than spending his time on the road, where he has helped the Wolfpack recruit the likes of ACC Player of the Year and first round NBA draft pick T.J. Warren and current star Cat Barber, he will serve as a mentor for the team’s players, assist in personnel development and on-campus recruiting activities.